Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs UP Warriorz Women Prediction – 18th T20 WPL 2025, Dream11 Team, Betting Tips, Playing XI, Pitch & Weather Report

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The Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs UP Warriorz Women 18th T20 WPL 2025 match is set to be an exciting clash. With both teams fighting for pride and playoff hopes, let’s analyze the match details, team previews, squads, and predictions to find out who will come out on top.

Match Details

Match	Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs UP Warriorz Women, 18th Match, WPL 2025
Date	Saturday, March 08, 2025
Time	7:30 PM
Venue	Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

Team Previews

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women Preview

RCBW, led by Smriti Mandhana, have had a mixed campaign so far. With 4 losses in 6 matches, they are placed fourth in the standings. However, they still have a mathematical chance to qualify for the playoffs if they win their remaining matches.

• Batting Strength: Ellyse Perry has been the standout performer, scoring 295 runs in 6 innings, including four half-centuries. Smriti Mandhana and Danielle Wyatt have also contributed with 140 and 137 runs respectively.
• Bowling Attack: Renuka Singh Thakur (10 wickets) and Georgia Wareham (9 wickets) have been the key bowlers. Their ability to strike in the middle overs will be crucial.
• Recent Form: Despite their struggles, RCBW have the firepower to bounce back. A win here is essential to keep their playoff hopes alive.

UP Warriorz Women Preview

UP Warriorz, captained by Deepti Sharma, are at the bottom of the table with just one win in 6 matches. Their playoff hopes are almost over, but they will aim to end their campaign on a high.

• Batting Firepower: Chinelle Henry (144 runs) and Grace Harris (120+ runs) have been the top performers. However, consistency has been an issue for the team.
• Bowling Attack: Sophie Ecclestone and Grace Harris have taken 14 wickets between them. Deepti Sharma and Kranti Goud have also chipped in with crucial wickets.
• Recent Form: Three consecutive losses have dented their confidence. They need a collective effort to challenge RCBW.

Squads

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women Squad

Smriti Mandhana (c), Danielle Wyatt, Ellyse Perry, Richa Ghosh (wk), Kanika Ahuja, Georgia Wareham, Kim Garth, Sneh Rana, Ekta Bisht, Renuka Singh Thakur, Sabbhineni Meghana, Nuzhat Parween, Heather Graham, Charlotte Dean, Jagravi Pawar, Prema Rawat, Joshitha VJ

UP Warriorz Women Squad

Kiran Navgire, Vrinda Dinesh, Deepti Sharma (c), Tahlia McGrath, Shweta Sehrawat, Grace Harris, Chinelle Henry, Uma Chetry (wk), Sophie Ecclestone, Saima Thakor, Kranti Goud, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Alana King, Chamari Athapaththu, Arushi Goel, Poonam Khemnar, Anjali Sarvani, Gouher Sultana

Probable Playing XI

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women

1. Smriti Mandhana (c)
2. Danielle Wyatt
3. Ellyse Perry
4. Richa Ghosh (wk)
5. Kanika Ahuja
6. Georgia Wareham
7. Kim Garth
8. Sneh Rana
9. Ekta Bisht
10. Renuka Singh Thakur
11. Sabbhineni Meghana

UP Warriorz Women

1. Kiran Navgire
2. Vrinda Dinesh
3. Deepti Sharma (c)
4. Tahlia McGrath
5. Grace Harris
6. Chinelle Henry
7. Uma Chetry (wk)
8. Sophie Ecclestone
9. Saima Thakor
10. Kranti Goud
11. Rajeshwari Gayakwad

Fantasy Team XI – Dream11 Prediction for Today Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs UP Warriorz Women

Player	Role	Team
Smriti Mandhana	Batsman	RCBW
Ellyse Perry	All-rounder	RCBW
Grace Harris	All-rounder	UPW
Deepti Sharma	All-rounder	UPW
Richa Ghosh	Wicketkeeper	RCBW
Sophie Ecclestone	Bowler	UPW
Renuka Singh Thakur	Bowler	RCBW
Georgia Wareham	Bowler	RCBW
Chinelle Henry	Batsman	UPW
Kim Garth	Bowler	RCBW
Rajeshwari Gayakwad	Bowler	UPW

Fantasy Team Analysis:

• Top Picks: Ellyse Perry (consistent performer), Grace Harris (explosive all-rounder), and Sophie Ecclestone (wicket-taking bowler).
• Captaincy Choices: Smriti Mandhana or Ellyse Perry for their match-winning abilities.

Players to Avoid in Fantasy Team

1. Kiran Navgire: Inconsistent performances make her a risky pick.
2. Sabbhineni Meghana: Limited opportunities and impact in recent matches.

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Favourite Team in Today’s Match

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women are the favorites due to their strong batting lineup and balanced bowling attack. With players like Ellyse Perry and Smriti Mandhana in form, they have the edge over UP Warriorz.

Pitch Report

The pitch at Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow, is balanced, offering assistance to both batters and bowlers. A score of 160-170 is par here.

Weather Report

The weather in Lucknow will be clear, with no rain predicted. Temperatures will range between 22-28°C, ideal for a T20 match.

Broadcast Details

• TV: Star Sports Network
• Streaming: JioHotstar

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Toss Prediction?

Our Winner: UP Warriorz Women

Match Prediction?

Our Winner: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women Will Win

Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.

Betting Tips for Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs UP Warriorz Women

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women (RCBW) vs UP Warriorz Women (UPW) 18th T20 WPL 2025 match is a crucial encounter for both teams. Here are some betting tips to help you make informed decisions:

1. Match Winner Betting

• RCBW are the favorites with a 72% chance of winning, thanks to their strong batting lineup and balanced bowling attack. Betting on RCBW is a safer option.
• UPW have a 28% chance but are unpredictable. If you’re looking for higher odds, a small bet on UPW could pay off.

2. Top Batsman Bets

• RCBW: Ellyse Perry is in sensational form, scoring 295 runs in 6 innings. She is a strong contender for the top scorer.
• UPW: Grace Harris has been consistent with 120+ runs and is a good pick for top batsman.

3. Top Bowler Bets

• RCBW: Renuka Singh Thakur (10 wickets) and Georgia Wareham (9 wickets) are the key bowlers. Thakur’s ability to strike early makes her a valuable bet.
• UPW: Sophie Ecclestone (8 wickets) is their leading bowler and a safe bet for top bowler.

4. Total Runs Betting

• If RCBW bat first, expect a total of 170-180 runs.
• If UPW bat first, they might score around 150-160 runs.

5. Toss Betting

• The toss could be crucial. Betting on UPW to win the toss might offer good value, as they have a 50-50 chance.

6. Player Performance Bets

• Ellyse Perry (RCBW): A good bet for scoring 30+ runs or taking 2+ wickets.
• Grace Harris (UPW): Likely to contribute with both bat and ball.

7. Fantasy Cricket Tips

• Include Ellyse Perry, Grace Harris, and Sophie Ecclestone in your fantasy team for maximum points.

Final Betting Tips

• Safe Bet: RCBW to win.
• High-Risk Bet: UPW to win.
• Top Batsman: Ellyse Perry (RCBW) or Grace Harris (UPW).
• Top Bowler: Renuka Singh Thakur (RCBW) or Sophie Ecclestone (UPW).

FAQ – RCBW vs UPW 18th WPL T20

Summary

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women vs UP Warriorz Women match promises to be a thrilling encounter. RCBW, with their strong batting and bowling lineup, are favorites to win. UP Warriorz will rely on Grace Harris and Sophie Ecclestone to challenge RCBW. Expect a competitive match with RCBW likely to emerge victorious.

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